Talking the talk

Quarterback Andrew Manley, who recently received his requested release from his New Mexico State scholarship, has initiated discussions with UH about the possibility of playing for the Warriors.

The Warriors still are determining if they have an available initial scholarship (they're limited to 25 a year), meaning Manley might have to be a walk-on during the fall semester. He also would need to gain admission into UH. But those are questions that will be answered in the coming weeks. For now, they're talking.

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There is a strong probability that offensive lineman Jordan Loeffler, who faces knee surgery, will medically retire. In any scenario, Loeffler will remain on scholarship.

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Mike Edwards is the only undrafted free-agent cornerback at the New York Jets' rookie minicamp, which started today.